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Canal Street Chronicles fantasy football takes on CJ Donaldson
Every source-backed article insight STACKED has extracted from Canal Street Chronicles about CJ Donaldson.
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All Canal Street Chronicles insights about CJ Donaldson
PositiveUsageOct 24, 2026
C.J. Donaldson was more efficient with his touches than Kendre Miller in the Saints' best rushing performance of the season, rushing for 6.5 yards per carry against the Giants. The source notes Donaldson's efficiency alongside Alvin Kamara's 4.9 yards per carry as evidence of the Saints' rushing success that must continue against Pittsburgh.PositiveInjuryOct 22, 2026
Saints RB C.J. Donaldson listed as full participation in Thursday practice despite shoulder injury, indicating no fantasy impact heading into Week 7.NegativeInjuryOct 21, 2026
Saints running back CJ Donaldson was limited in Wednesday's practice; status for Week 7 matchup against Pittsburgh remains uncertain.NegativeUsageOct 21, 2026
Donaldson's fumble in Week 6 against the Giants shifted momentum in a critical moment for the Saints. After the Saints dominated the third quarter and held a significant lead, Donaldson's fumble triggered a sequence where the Saints had to bring starters back in and the defense faced an entirely new Giants QB, ultimately contributing to the Saints' near-loss and ongoing doubt around offensive coordinator Kellen Moore.NegativeUsageOct 21, 2026
Donaldson had an up-and-down Week 6 with nice runs and tough-yard fighting, plus good blocking against blitzes, but a near-touchdown was called back and a critical fumble sparked the Giants' comeback. The source notes uncertainty about whether Donaldson will see fewer snaps in Week 7, flagging the fumble as something to monitor.NegativeUsageOct 20, 2026
Donaldson broke out for a 17-yard run early in the second-half possession and was marked just short of the goal line later in the third quarter; also fumbled on the second play of a Saints drive in the fourth quarter.NegativeRoleOct 16, 2026
CJ Donaldson has been the Saints' best RB option so far this season, but the source assesses that he has not shown enough to be the team's RB2 next season. This assessment is the primary reason the source believes the Saints should draft a power runner in the second round to address the run game's weakness.PositiveRoleOct 14, 2026
Rookie RB performed well in pass protection vs Vikings blitzes despite one holding call; as a rusher, picked up tough yards that helped Saints' run game; source expects continued involvement vs Giants.NegativeUsageOct 8, 2026
Not being utilized despite being described as the best blocker in the RB room and potentially the best rusher at this point; the source notes that not playing Donaldson to help the struggling backup left tackle makes no sense, and the entire run game decision-making appears arbitrary and poorly executed.PositiveRoleOct 8, 2026
Rookie RB is the best blocker in the Saints RB room and fits better with Kellen Moore's run game scheme than Kendre Miller; the source believes Donaldson's strong running style is what the Saints currently lack. The source declares the Kendre Miller project over and recommends Donaldson take over the role.NegativeUsageSep 28, 2026
Donaldson ran for 5 yards to set up a 2-yard touchdown pass from Shough to Juwan Johnson in the first quarter.NegativeUsageSep 25, 2026
Expected to make plenty of appearances in pass protection against Maxx Crosby, reducing his availability for receiving and rushing touches in this matchup.PositiveRoleSep 12, 2026
Rookie RB CJ Donaldson is expected to be elevated for Sunday's game against the Lions, per sources. This represents a big opportunity for the promising rookie to get meaningful snaps in Week 1.NegativeUsageAug 30, 2026
Running back recorded a 4th-down run and later caught a 13-yard pass from Zach Wilson that set up a touchdown in the third quarter, showing offensive involvement in the preseason finale.PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026
Donaldson caught a 32-yard pass from Rattler in the third quarter to move the Saints into the red zone, showing his role in the Saints' passing game and red zone offense.NegativeUsageAug 23, 2026
Saints RB CJ Donaldson caught a 32-yard pass from Spencer Rattler on a catch-and-run play in the third quarter. The play resulted in a fumble at the end that bounced harmlessly out of bounds, allowing New Orleans to retain possession.